Paintballs stored in a hot car compared with paintballs stored properly in a cool storage area

How Temperature Affects Paintballs (Cold Weather, Heat, and Storage)

How temperature affects paintballs is an important consideration for players who want reliable performance at the field. Paintballs are made with a thin gelatin shell filled with a water-soluble colored fill, so they react differently to temperature and humidity than solid projectiles. Understanding these environmental effects helps players choose the right paintballs, store them properly, …

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What Size Are Paintballs? Understanding .68 Caliber Paintballs

What size are paintballs? Most paintballs used in the sport of paintball are .68 caliber. This size has become the industry standard and is used by the vast majority of paintball markers, fields, and events. While .68 caliber is the standard size for most paintball markers, smaller paintballs such as .50 caliber and .43 caliber …

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How Many Paintballs Are in a Case?

A standard case of paintballs contains 2,000 paintballs. Most paintballs are packaged in four sealed bags with 500 paintballs in each bag, which is the typical number of paintballs per case sold at fields and retailers.This packaging protects the paint during shipping and makes it easier for players to carry and load paint throughout the …

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Paintball Grades Explained: Practice, Field, Premium, and Tournament Paintballs

Paintball grades describe the different quality levels used to manufacture paintballs for various styles of play. While manufacturers use different product names, most paintballs fall into four general categories: practice paint, field paint, premium paint, and tournament paint. These grades reflect differences in manufacturing consistency, shell construction, and intended use. As paintballs increase in quality, …

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Do Paintball Tanks Expire? Hydrotesting in Canada Explained

Paintball tank hydro test requirements in Canada depend on the type and size of the tank you are using. Many players wonder whether paintball tanks expire and when hydrotesting is required. This guide replaces our earlier hydrotesting article and reflects current Canadian practices for compressed air paintball tanks. Some paintball tanks in Canada require periodic …

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Paintball Tank Sizes Explained: 48/3000 vs 68/4500 vs 77/4500

Paintball tank sizes are written as two numbers such as 48/3000 or 68/4500. The first number refers to the tank’s internal air capacity measured in cubic inches, while the second number indicates the maximum pressure the tank is rated to hold in PSI. Tanks with higher pressure ratings can store more compressed air, which generally …

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HPA vs CO2 Paintball Tanks: What’s the Difference?

HPA vs CO2 paintball tanks is one of the most common questions players ask when setting up a paintball marker. Both systems power a marker by supplying compressed gas, but they work differently and are used with different types of equipment. Understanding how HPA and CO2 tanks behave makes it much easier to choose the …

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Electronic vs Gravity Paintball Loaders

Electronic vs gravity paintball loaders is a common comparison players make when trying to choose the right paintball hopper. Both types of paintball loaders feed paintballs into the marker during play, but they operate differently and are suited to different styles of paintball. If you’re comparing hopper options, you can explore the full selection of …

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How to Choose the Right Paintball Hopper

If you are trying to figure out how to choose the right paintball hopper, the best place to start is with your marker and the way you play. Some players need a simple gravity-fed hopper for casual games, while others need an electronic loader that can keep up with faster firing rates. The right choice …

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When Should You Replace Your Paintball Mask Lens?

Your paintball mask lens is one of the most important safety components of your equipment. Over time, paintball mask lenses can become scratched, worn, or damaged, which can affect both visibility and protection. Knowing when to replace your paintball mask lens helps ensure clear vision and proper safety during play. Why Paintball Mask Lenses Need …

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